This law outlines the process for Pennsylvania courts to accept jurisdiction over children transferred from other states' juvenile courts under the Uniform Juvenile Court Act. It specifies procedures for court acceptance, custody transfer, and scheduling hearings for further disposition or treatment. The law ensures timely action and clear protocols for handling such interstate juvenile cases.
The court must promptly, within 14 days, accept jurisdiction after receiving a request from the other state's juvenile court, and arrange custody and appearance for the child.
They must issue acceptance in writing within 14 days of receiving the request.
A hearing is scheduled to determine the child's treatment, supervision, or rehabilitation needs, or to decide on further disposition.
The proceedings follow the rules outlined in this chapter, and the court can make any disposition order permitted by law based on the facts.